Bowfinger(1999)
“The con is on.”
Overview
On the verge of bankruptcy and desperate for his big break, aspiring filmmaker Bobby Bowfinger concocts a crazy plan to make his ultimate dream movie. Rallying a ragtag team that includes a starry-eyed ingenue, a has-been diva and a film studio gofer, he sets out to shoot a blockbuster featuring the biggest star in Hollywood, Kit Ramsey -- only without letting Ramsey know he's in the picture.
Director
Frank Oz
Studio
Universal Pictures
Budget
$55M
Revenue
$99M
Cast
Steve Martin
as Bobby Bowfinger
Eddie Murphy
as Kit Ramsey / Jeffernson 'Jiff' Ramsey
Heather Graham
as Daisy
Christine Baranski
as Carol
Jamie Kennedy
as Dave
Barry Newman
as Hal, Kit's Agent
Adam Alexi-Malle
as Afrim
Kohl Sudduth
as Slater
Terence Stamp
as Terry Stricter
Robert Downey Jr.
as Jerry Renfro
Alejandro Patiño
as Sanchez
Alfred De Contreras
as Martinez
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1999
Runtime
1h 37m
Language
English
Rating
6.2 / 10
Budget
$55M
Box Office
$99M
Production Companies
Universal Pictures • Imagine Entertainment • Brian Grazer Productions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Bowfinger?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Bowfinger (1999).
What is Bowfinger about?▼
On the verge of bankruptcy and desperate for his big break, aspiring filmmaker Bobby Bowfinger concocts a crazy plan to make his ultimate dream movie. Rallying a ragtag team that includes a starry-eyed ingenue, a has-been diva and a film studio gofer, he sets out to shoot a blockbuster featuring the biggest star in Hollywood, Kit Ramsey -- only without letting Ramsey know he's in the picture.
Who directed Bowfinger?▼
Bowfinger was directed by Frank Oz and released in 1999. It is a comedy film.
How long is Bowfinger?▼
Bowfinger has a runtime of 1 hours and 37 minutes (97 minutes total).
Who stars in Bowfinger?▼
The cast of Bowfinger includes Steve Martin as Bobby Bowfinger, Eddie Murphy as Kit Ramsey / Jeffernson 'Jiff' Ramsey, Heather Graham as Daisy, Christine Baranski as Carol, Jamie Kennedy as Dave and more.
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